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A person is dead after a workplace accident in Balclutha this afternoon.
A police spokesperson said emergency services were notified about 5pm that one person had been seriously injured at a workplace in Barr St.
Police and Fire and Emergency New Zealand personnel attended the scene, in the vicinity of McLellan Freight.
"Sadly, the person died as a result of their injuries.
"Inquiries are ongoing and WorkSafe has been notified."